1. Make use of a travel checklist

Even if you’re a frequent traveler, you can still benefit from a travel checklist. In fact, it’s even more useful because frequent travelers will often get into “the zone” and leave behind something essential – like their laptop! No matter what your job is, your goal is to optimize performance. Be the best business traveler you can by following a checklist.

2. Pain relievers are your friends

An hour or two before you leave for the airport, take a couple of pain relievers. It’s common for travelers to get headaches due to dehydration, neckaches from carrying heavy bags, and stomachaches from eating at unusual hours. Pre-emptive pain relievers can help you avoid this unnecessary suffering.

3. Carry an energy bar at all times

Delays happen – and multi-hour delays happen, too. If you get stuck at an airport with many other flights that are also stuck, you can find yourself in a situation where the vendors are no longer open, or they can literally sell out of food. Have an energy bar on hand in case this happens to you.

4. Always write down room numbers

Even if you’re great with numbers, it’s easy to confuse last week’s Houston hotel room number with this week’s Orlando number. Just open your smartphone, get into a “notes” function, and jot down your room number. It can save you a lot of time and grief in the future.

5. Make a point of having a good meal on every trip

Use an app like Yelp to discover the best local foods at every destination. Try a new spot every trip, even if you’ve found a delicious spot in the past. Cab drivers typically know the best food in the area, so don’t be afraid to hop in a cab and trust the driver to take you to a delicious, locals-only spot.

About Author

Trey Duling is the owner of Affordable Travel of Orlando and the also the owner of Resort Home Network Orlando, LLC. Trey is originally from Nashville, TN but he moved to Orlando in 2002. His hobbies are spending time with his three great kids, traveling with his wife (Amanda) and going to Ole Miss sporting events.